Rovinj

Travel Guide

Rovinj showing a city and a marina
Rovinj showing a marina
Rovinj featuring general coastal views
Rovinj showing a statue or sculpture
Red Island featuring views as well as an individual femail

Enjoy a coastal getaway at this old-world port town, an enticing mix of Italian and Croatian culture.

Rovinj is one of Istria’s premier resort towns. Visitors are drawn here for its charming character. Wander through the pleasantly cramped historical center, which sits on a small oval-shaped peninsula. Check out local markets and the historic church and take boat excursions to the islands of the Rovinj archipelago.

Although now connected to the mainland, medieval Rovinj was originally an island, which helps explain why the buildings are so tightly packed. For more than five centuries, this region was under the control of the Republic of Venice and it was part of Italy from 1918 to 1947. Listen carefully to hear snippets of Italian being spoken. Many residents are bilingual and communicate using both Croatian and Italian.

Rovinj’s old town has plenty to entertain. Weave your way around the twisting maze of car-free streets and Venetian-style houses. Notice the Balbi Arch, once the main gate to the old walled city.

The cobbled street of Grisia is lined by numerous galleries. Local artists frequently display their works in the open here. Follow narrow Grisia to the impressive hilltop St. Euphemia’s Church, a well-known town symbol. Scale the creaky staircase of its bell tower for views over the Adriatic Sea and the peninsula.

For a taste of nature, venture to Punta Corrente Forest Park. Enjoy many well-kept biking and walking trails, as well as pebbled coves for swimming. The islands of the Rovinj archipelago are also popular daytrip destinations. Ride a boat to Crveni Otok or Sveta Katarina to find quiet swimming spots, forested parks and family-friendly beaches.

Find good food in Rovinj, frequently with an Italian influence. Shop for truffles, oils and tapenades at the food market near the harbor or enjoy Italian-style pasta dishes at some of the town’s many restaurants.

Rovinj is a small, walkable town. It is located just 25 miles (40 kilometers) from Pula airport and is also served by direct bus routes from most major Croatian cities. If traveling from Italy, take a boat from Venice to Rovinj.

Where to stay in Rovinj

Rovinj Harbour featuring a bay or harbor, boating and a coastal town

Old Town Rovinj

Old Town Rovinj is noteworthy for its waterfront views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Rovinj Market and Marsala Tita Square.

Old Town Rovinj
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Borik

3/5(1 area review)

When in Borik, you can plan a visit to Rovinj Aquarium and Rovinj Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Borik
Grand Park Hotel Rovinj by Maistra Collection

Grand Park Hotel Rovinj by Maistra Collection

5 out of 5
Smareglijeva ulica 1A, Rovinj
The price is ¥65,386 per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
¥65,386
¥73,886 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rovinj. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
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"This is a great 5 star hotel. The staff are so friendly and helpful. The facilities are excellent. We especially enjoyed the pool areas. The views from the hotel of Rovinj are beautiful. It’s such a cleverly designed hotel. Our room was quiet and big enough for 3 of us for a week. We would definitely ..."

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Grand Park Hotel Rovinj by Maistra Collection
Maistra Select Villas Rubin Resort

Maistra Select Villas Rubin Resort

3 out of 5
Villas Rubin bb, Rovinj
The price is ¥15,358 per night from Sep 25 to Sep 26
¥15,358
¥17,355 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Rovinj. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Skaraba Beach and Park forest Zlatni Rt ...
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Maistra Select Amarin Resort

Maistra Select Amarin Resort

4 out of 5
Monsena 2, Rovinj
The price is ¥16,861 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
¥16,861
¥19,052 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Rovinj. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Church of St. Christopher and Chapel ...
Maistra Select Amarin Resort
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Maistra Camping Veštar Mobile homes

Maistra Camping Veštar Mobile homes

5 out of 5
Veštar 1, Rovinj
Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Posebni ornitološki rezervat Palud and Monkodonja Hill Fort are located nearby.
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Maistra Camping Polari Mobile homes

Maistra Camping Polari Mobile homes

4 out of 5
Polari 1, Rovinj
Stay at this 4-star beach mobile home in Rovinj. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Monkodonja Hill Fort and Posebni ornitološki ...
Maistra Camping Polari Mobile homes
Angelo d'Oro Apartments Trevisol

Angelo d'Oro Apartments Trevisol

3 out of 5
Trevisol 40, Rovinj
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Rovinj. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Batana House Ecomuseum and Grisia ...
Angelo d'Oro Apartments Trevisol
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